Australian True Crime

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John Silvester: Sly of the Underworld Oct 14, 2026

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Today, we’re bringing you a recent episode from our friends at Law the Podcast.

John Silvester, better known as “Sly of the Underworld”, joins Lex and Greg to reflect on more than four decades covering Melbourne’s criminal underworld, its most notorious figures and the stories behind some of Australia’s biggest crimes.

You can read Naked City here: https://www.theage.com.au/topic/naked-city-jbi

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Hosts: Lex Lasry AM and Greg Barns SC

Guest: John Silvester

Editor: Michael Tankard

Produced by: Bravecasting Media

Original music by Justin Humphries - Phoenix Sound Studios

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Shortcut: How Common Are Miscarriages of Justice in Australia? Oct 12, 2026

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed.

Professor Stephen Cordner AM has been at the forefront of forensic medicine for decades.

His expert evidence has played a role in some of Australia’s most controversial cases, including those of Lindy Chamberlain and Kathleen Folbigg.

He joins us to discuss his book Wrongful Convictions in Australia: Addressing Issues in the Criminal Justice System and why he believes wrongful convictions are a significant and largely unmeasured problem in Australia.

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Host: Meshel Laurie

Guest: Professor Stephen Cordner AM

Executive Producer: Matthew Tankard

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How Common Are Miscarriages of Justice in Australia? Oct 11, 2026

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Professor Stephen Cordner AM has been at the forefront of forensic medicine for decades.

His expert evidence has played a role in some of Australia’s most controversial cases, including those of Lindy Chamberlain and Kathleen Folbigg.

You can purchase your copy here.

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Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.

Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes.

For Support:

Guest: Professor Stephen Cordner AM

Executive Producer: Matthew Tankard

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True Crime Tonight: Christa Pike's Failed Execution Oct 11, 2026

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This week on True Crime Tonight we discuss:

The failed execution of Christa Pike in Tennessee.
The sentencing of Caleb Flynn.
An interview with Michael Bachelard about his series on Shaken Baby Syndrome, Diagnosing Murder.

Hosted by Meshel Laurie, True Crime Tonight airs Sundays from 6-7pm on KIIS, breaking down the biggest crime stories, documentaries and cases everyone’s talking about.

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Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.

Host: Meshel Laurie

Producer/Co-host: Ruby Bartzis

Editor/Co-host: Matthew Tankard

For Support:

Lifeline on 13 11 14
13 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
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Shaken Baby Syndrome: How Certain Is the Diagnosis? Oct 07, 2026

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Few areas of forensic medicine are more sensitive, or more consequential, than the question of how a baby suffered a serious brain injury.

Journalist Michael Bachelard explores the controversial science behind shaken baby syndrome in his podcast Diagnosing Murder, investigating cases where parents and carers have been accused of harming their children.

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Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.

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Guest: Michael Bachelard

Producer: Ruby Bartzis

Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard

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Shortcut: Shaken Baby Syndrome: How Certain Is the Diagnosis? Oct 07, 2026

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed.

Few areas of forensic medicine are more sensitive, or more consequential, than the question of how a baby suffered a serious brain injury.

You can listen to Diagnosing Murder wherever you get your podcasts.

You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here.

Join our Facebook Group here.

Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.

Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes.

For Support:

Guest: Michael Bachelard

Producer: Ruby Bartzis

Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard

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The Online Sextortion of Mac Holdsworth Oct 04, 2026

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In 2022, teenager Mac Holdsworth was the victim of an online sexual extortion scam.

When Mac couldn’t meet the demands for money, nude photos of him were shared with his contacts. The results of that night were catastrophic.

His father, Wayne Holdsworth, has since dedicated himself to telling Mac’s story. He founded SmackTalk, a charity focused on suicide prevention and online safety, and works to educate young people, parents and communities about the dangers of online sexual extortion.

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You can learn more about SmackTalk here:https://smacktalk.com.au/

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Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.

Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes.

For Support:

Guest: Wayne Holdsworth

Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard

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Shortcut: The Online Sextortion of Mac Holdsworth Oct 04, 2026

Show notes

This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed.

In 2022, teenager Mac Holdsworth was the victim of an online sexual extortion scam.

When Mac couldn’t meet the demands for money, nude photos of him were shared with his contacts. The results of that night were catastrophic.

You can learn more about SmackTalk here:https://smacktalk.com.au/

You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here.

Join our Facebook Group here.

Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.

Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes.

For Support:

Guest: Wayne Holdsworth

Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard

GET IN TOUCH:

Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com

Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook

Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on our True Crime Hotline here.

True Crime Tonight: The Cornell 7 Oct 04, 2026

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This week on True Crime Tonight we discuss:

How responses to allegations of sexual offending have changed over the years
The Cornell 7
An interview with John Herbert about his book, Crossroads.

Hosted by Meshel Laurie, True Crime Tonight airs Sundays from 6-7pm on KIIS, breaking down the biggest crime stories, documentaries and cases everyone’s talking about.

Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on our True Crime Hotline here.

Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.

Host: Meshel Laurie

Producer/Co-host: Ruby Bartzis

Editor/Co-host: Matthew Tankard

For Support:

Lifeline on 13 11 14
13 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
Blue Knot Helpline:1300 657 380

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The Backstories of Australia’s Most Colourful Characters Sep 30, 2026

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John Herbert describes himself as prison adjacent.

He's a Sydney-based boxing trainer who spent decades running a gym in Merrylands, where he worked with young men at risk of heading into crime or prison.

His book Crossroads tells the firsthand stories of 13 Australian men whose lives have involved crime, incarceration, sport and adversity, exploring the pivotal moments that changed the course of their lives and their paths towards redemption.

You can purchase your copy of Crossroads here.

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Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.

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For Support:

Guest: John Herbert

Producer: Ruby Bartzis

Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard

This episode contains extra content from ABC News and Channel 9.

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